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Renovating or planning to? Love looking at great house ‘before and afters’? Our Reno Addict section has the latest expert advice and inspiration for Australian renovators.
With just 33 square metres to work with, architect Jack Chen has maximised every last centimetre of this 1970’s Melbourne apartment through a very clever renovation. And while small, Jack’s apartment really packs it in – it features a four-metre-long kitchen, wine store, sunlit window seat, green house and home studio area too! “I was …
The great thing about the online world is that it's very easy for us to see which stories you guys are loving. And it would seem that we have a very enthusiastic band of DIY'ers in our midst because our budget makeover stories are consistently some of our most popular. From how to paint laminate cabinets to three cheap ways to transform a kitchen …
Bathroom trends are changing every season and whilst it’s easy to add a new bath mat or toothbrush holder into the mix, a more permanent fixture like a basin is more difficult to replace. So what bathroom fitting trends are going to look stylish for years to come and which will make you wish you just stuck with a basic white porcelain? Marc …
Nestled in inner bayside Melbourne, this recently renovated Victorian cottage now features a discreet double level extension at the rear and lots of clever joinery and small-space design solutions befitting its petite size. “This little single fronted home was bursting at the seams and in much need of an overhaul and complete reconfiguration. …
Built in the early 1900’s and located in Sydney’s Kirribilli with sweeping harbour views, this federation home was renovated recently, and the result is unique, contemporary and light-filled whilst remaining sympathetic to the home’s heritage – certainly no mean feat! Located on a sloping site in a heritage conservation area (where …
It’s no secret that we’re rather addicted to ‘before and afters’ around here but today’s is pretty impressive, even by our lofty standards. Located in Victoria’s Mt Eliza, the original kitchen was a cramped and dated 1970’s ‘mission brown’ delight before Kinsman Kitchens stepped in to create a bright, spacious and unrecognisable (in a good way!) …
Sponsored by Phoenix Tapware Customisation has been a solid trend for some time but it’s not been that affordable within the bathroom tapware realm. But that looks set to change with the launch of the new Phoenix Zimi collection which features 27 colour and finishing combinations across a stylish range of mixer taps, shower mixers and outlets. …
“I gravitate to de-saturated and muted hues that are subtle yet lively – a natural palette brought to life by a splash of colour. I aim to achieve a balance between homely and liveable, fresh and stylish,” says Homeroom Studio interior designer Romy Dankner in what could be a summation of her latest project; a gorgeous family home renovation in the …
“At around 14 years old it’s only a relatively young house with good bones and lots of potential. There was certainly nothing offensive about it though there wasn’t anything special either. It just looked like any other slightly dated, somewhat neglected house in the neighbourhood – particularly the one right next door which happened to have the …
Retaining the existing front curved section of the home, this inner-Melbourne family house underwent a full renovation and extension recently courtesy of a wonderfully synergistic collaboration between an architect and interior designer. “Our clients were captivated by this unique home when they were looking to move closer to family – with a …
